Schmalcalder Patent Dip Circle and an Unmarked Prismatic Compass

Description:

Schmalcalder Patent Dip Circle and an Unmarked Prismatic Compass, London, 19th century, lacquered brass instrument with 6-in. sight with fine adjustment knobs, and sunshades, bubble level, 3-in. circle or compass with fixed cross arms engraved "Schmalcalder/Patent/ 82 Strand/London" mounted at a right angle to central column, and weighted base, and an unmarked prismatic compass with folding sights, dia. 3 in.
Estimate $200-300


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